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Original instructionsElectric trimmer
Table of contents
Before you begin… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
For your safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Your device at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Cleaning and maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Storage, transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Claims for defects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Before you begin…
Intended use
This unit may only be used with the permitted original
cutting tools to cut grass and light weeds on trees,
walls, posts, lawn edges and other locations difficult
to access with a lawn mower.
The unit may not be used to cut thicket, heavy weed
coverage, wood or other objects.
This product is not intended for commercial use.
Generally acknowledged accident prevention regu-
lations and enclosed safety instructions must be
observed.
Only perform work described in these instructions for
use. Any other use is improper. The manufacturer will
not assume responsibility for damage resulting from
such use.
What are the meanings of the symbols used?
Danger notices and information are clearly marked
throughout these instructions for use. The following
symbols are used:
These symbols identify the required personal protec-
tion equipment:
For your safety
General safety instructions
• To operate this device safely, the user must have
read and understood these instructions for use
before using the device for the first time.
• Observe all safety instructions! Failur
e to do so
may cause harm to you and others.
•
Retain all instructions for use, and safety instruc-
tions for future reference.
• If you sell or pass the device on, you must also
hand over these operating instructions.
• The device must only be used when it functions
properly. If the product or part of the product is
defective, it must be taken out of operation and
disposed of correctly.
• Never use the device in a room where ther
e is a
danger of explosion or in the vicinity of flamma-
ble liquids or gases.
•
Always ensur
e that a device which has been
switched of
f cannot be restarted unintentionally.
• Do not use devices with an on/of
f switch that
does not function corr
ectly.
• Keep children away fr
om the device! Keep the
device out of the way of childr
en and other unau-
thorised persons.
•
Do not overload the device. Do not use the
device for purposes for which it is not intended.
•
Make sure to always wear the required personal
protective equipment.
• Exer
cise caution and only work when in good
condition: If you ar
e tired, ill, if you have ingested
alcohol, medication or illegal drugs, do not use
the device, as you ar
e not in a condition to use it
safely.
• This product is not intended to be used by per-
sons (including children) or who ar
e limited in
their physical, sensory or mental capacities or
who lack experience and/or knowledge of the
pr
oduct unless they ar
e supervised, or have
been instructed on how to use the pr
oduct, by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Ensure that children are not able to play with the
device.
• Always comply with all applicable domestic and
international safety, health, and working regula-
tions.
Risks caused by vibrations
The vibration values specified in the technical data
represent the main uses of the device. The actual
existing vibrations during use may deviate from
these as a result of the following factors:
• Incorrect use of the product;
• Unsuitable tools inserted;
DANGER! Direct danger to life and risk
of injury! Directly dangerous situation that
may lead to death or severe injuries.
WARNING! Probable danger to life and
risk of injury! Generally dangerous situa-
tion that may lead to death or severe inju-
ries.
CAUTION! Possible risk of injury! Dan-
gerous situation that may lead to injuries.
NOTICE! Risk of damage to the device!
Situation that may lead to property dam-
age.
Note: Information to help you reach a bet-
ter understanding of the processes
involved.
CAUTION! Risk of injury due to vibra-
tions! Vibrations may, in particular for per-
sons with circulation problems, cause dam-
age to blood vessels and/or nerves.
If you notice any of the following symp-
toms, stop working immediately and con-
sult a doctor. Numbness of body parts, loss
of sense of feeling, itching, pins and nee-
dles, pain, changes in skin colour.
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